Friday Cookoff Results | Saturday Cookoff Results
The Grilling at the Battleship event, held on April 19th and 20th in Mobile, Alabama, provided a unique and historically rich backdrop for the competition, featuring the WWII Battleship USS Alabama and the submarine USS Drum. Amidst the shadows of over 30 aircraft and military vehicle memorials, the South Texas Stampede (STS) team showcased their grilling prowess, earning 10 top-ten finishes across various categories.
Friday, April 19th Cookoff Results
The competition kicked off with some heated battles in the steak and Moon Pie categories.
Steak Results
The first day saw commendable performances in the steak category:
| Placement | Chef | Score |
|---|---|---|
| 7th | Doug Homann | 252.3 |
| 10th | Raymond Patterson | 251.5 |
Moon Pie Results
In the Moon Pie category, creativity and flavor were on full display:
| Placement | Chef | Score |
|---|---|---|
| 3rd | Evy Homann | 202.50 |
Saturday, April 20th Cookoff Results
The momentum continued into the second day with even more impressive outcomes.
Steak A Results
The highlight of the day was the Steak A competition, where Doug Homann clinched the 1st place and a coveted Golden Ticket to the SCA World Championship in March 2025:
| Placement | Chef | Score |
|---|---|---|
| 1st | Doug Homann | 253.4 |
| 9th | Raymond Patterson | 251.9 |
Steak B Results
The Steak B category also saw notable scores from our chefs:
| Placement | Chef | Score |
|---|---|---|
| 6th | Doug Homann | 253.3 |
| 9th | Raymond Patterson | 253.0 |
Ancillary Results: Evy Homann’s Success
Evy Homann excelled across multiple ancillary categories, demonstrating versatility and culinary skill:
| Placement | Category | Score |
|---|---|---|
| 2nd | Halls Sausage | 202.90 |
| 9th | BBQ Side | 201.40 |
| 10th | Ribs | 197.10 |
Each STS member left a mark in every category they competed in, a testament to their skill and teamwork. This remarkable performance not only underscores the team’s consistency but also highlights their ability to compete at the highest levels under the unique and inspiring setting of historical military artifacts.
As we celebrate these achievements, we look forward to carrying this momentum into future competitions, proud of what the South Texas Stampede team has accomplished at such a significant venue. Here’s to more grills, more thrills, and more top-ten calls!